Contracts
Under Wisconsin law, which of the following elements is NOT required for a valid real estate contract?
AOffer and acceptance
BConsideration
CNotarization✓ Correct
DLegal capacity of parties
Explanation
Notarization is not required for a valid real estate purchase contract in Wisconsin (though it is required for deeds to be recorded). The essential elements are offer, acceptance, consideration, capacity, and legal purpose.
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